History and Future Development of the Distance Learning

The history of the distance learning begins in 1728 when teacher Caleb Phillips was

seeking for students who would like to receive their education at distance. Further on, The University of London offered distance learning degree courses in 1858. Actually, it was the first university in the world that introduced this innovational way of obtaining degree. The next one was the University of South Africa that in 1873 offered a Correspondence Education courses. Starting from this point, the distance learning began to grow in its popularity. Nowadays, it has widely spread all over the world and gained the popularity among students and postgraduates from all countries. Moreover, modern technologies and the fast growing development of the internet service provide an easier and faster access to distance courses. So, what is so beneficial about the distance learning? 1.Now it is possible to organize your own schedule that will be the most comfortable for you and will fit your lifestyle. Thus, it is much more appropriate condition for those who should balance work, study and family life. 2.A postgraduate degree is also available online. By the way, today one can choose among different universities that offer a wide choice of professions. 3.Apart from the flexibility, another advantage of the distance learning is an expanding access. Distance learning is available for those who cannot attend the educational institution because of disease or because they live too far away. 4.A considerable advantage of this course is that the price is often lower then for a traditional one. That is why many people prefer it to any other way of getting education. In general, most people assume that distance learning is the education of the future. Especially, if to consider its growing popularity. Moreover, it can easily substitute a traditional study.

History and Future Development of the Distance Learning

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